I agree. Plus knowing the way rings work (along with the fact that you're using rings that are typically pretty solid) makes me think rail. I would guess that most ring designs allow for some variation in rail dimensions as you tighten that 'clamp'.
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Does anyone still make a rail for the spr? Badger ordinance and NEAR discontinued making them as far as I can tell.
Call Badger. I'm pretty sure they still make them/have them.
Eta- they are out of stock.
Eta- they are out of stock.
The 306-06SPR is still an active item at Badger Ordnance.
They just haven’t had any available for some time.
I know they are dealing with high demand and production challenges just like other manufacturers in the firearms industry.
Best regards
They just haven’t had any available for some time.
I know they are dealing with high demand and production challenges just like other manufacturers in the firearms industry.
Best regards
10-4. I’ll call badger later today. Last time I checked their website it said out of stock and discontinued. Thanks.
Winchester Short Action Scope Rail
The Badger Ordnance Winchester Short Action Scope Rail features an integrated recoil lug, 20 MOA bias (5.81 mils), and a true MIL STD 1913 slot pattern for additional mounting options. It is machined from 4142 pre-hard (28-32Rc) Steel and Mil Spec Mangane
www.badgerordnance.com Negative the 306-06W will not fit an SPR as the rear bridge is different.
@MTS308 I will send you a PM for an option for your SPR
@MTS308 I will send you a PM for an option for your SPR
update for you guys. I contacted badger ordinance and they had rails that they were about to put back on the website for sale so I ordered one. Part #306-06SPR. Got it in the mail today and it works perfectly. I think it is safe to say the both the factory rail and the ops2 I bought to replace the factory rail are bad. May give ops2 a call and see if they will do about it.
Something else I thought I would pass on is the guys at badger said the spr rail has been permanently discontinued. After the batch that they have in stock now sells out they will NOT be making anymore. So if you want/need one might be a good idea to get one while you can. Thanks guys. I really appreciate all the help.
Something else I thought I would pass on is the guys at badger said the spr rail has been permanently discontinued. After the batch that they have in stock now sells out they will NOT be making anymore. So if you want/need one might be a good idea to get one while you can. Thanks guys. I really appreciate all the help.
Does anyone have diagram showing the FN-H SPR / Win short action mod for CDI bottom w/ AICS magazines??
My A3-G was converted to CDI bottom metal before I bought it.
I found another CDI short action bottom metal and want to have another action set up. I thought I had a diagram but of course I can't find it now.
Thanks !
Tim
My A3-G was converted to CDI bottom metal before I bought it.
I found another CDI short action bottom metal and want to have another action set up. I thought I had a diagram but of course I can't find it now.
Thanks !
Tim
Thank you Waorani, that info is much appreciated !!
Is this bottom metal something that you would want to share temporarily for us to find another person to replicate them?
Guys, I’ve found a donor that’s willing to send out his CDI bottom metal for reproduction.
Anyone have a machine shop that can make duplicates?
Or some decent measuring equipment to at least draw up the bottom metal?
Anyone have a machine shop that can make duplicates?
Or some decent measuring equipment to at least draw up the bottom metal?
Did the DBM ever happen from Long Rifles Inc?
I was just on their web page and it isn’t listed.
But they could have announced it here or on other social media and I missed it.
I thought it did and they didnt cut out the action, but modified the magazine. I think
SOLD - FN SPR/Steiner T5Xi
FN SPR A1a Factor FN barrel 20”, 1-12” twist, fluted, 308, 5/8x24 thread (thread protector included) McMillian A3 stock Joe Ducos (StockDoc) cheekpiece installed. He also installed Mlok rails at 9 and 6 o’clock, as well as the Area 419 pic rail for the bipod. Magpul RRS plate installed...
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yes I’m the seller…
SOLD - FN SPR/Steiner T5Xi
FN SPR A1a Factor FN barrel 20”, 1-12” twist, fluted, 308, 5/8x24 thread (thread protector included) McMillian A3 stock Joe Ducos (StockDoc) cheekpiece installed. He also installed Mlok rails at 9 and 6 o’clock, as well as the Area 419 pic rail for the bipod. Magpul RRS plate installed...
yes I’m the seller…
Round count? Was it threaded at the factory, or was it threaded aftermarket?
I’ve put about 200 through. I am the second owner. Threaded at factory as far as I know. Its all factory except the stock work and threaded bolt handle by SAC.
I don't think the A1A was threaded at the factory. I would Ass uMe it was done by the smith when SAC had it.
You’re probably right, FN’s description states a recessed crown, not a thread. If anything, SAC probably did it better then.
I'm wanting to add an ARCA rail to my SPR A3G. What rail should I go with to have it fit as close to the bottom metal as I can. I'm using the factory hinged floor plate
I’ve been wanting an FN SPR for a very long time. But mine is a very typical stor.y. When I had the funds available there wasn’t an SPR and when there was an SPR available cash wasn’t. Two weeks ago I was visiting a son who lives in Eastern WA. While he was busy I visited a few LGS. I found and bought my first FN SPR #FG105XX. It came with a Springfield Armory 2nd Gen 4X14.. I put a different scope on it and went to the range with about 7 different hand loads. The range only has 100yds but I’m extremely happy with the rifle at this point. This was 168SMK RL-15 43.0 Win.case and Fed.210.
Not a SPR, but a PBR in .308. I just picked it up from a SH member, in unfired condition.
Handy rifle. I was eyeballing that when it was in the classifieds. Also picked it up myself.
very nice! I had a similar PBR (mine eventually ended up in a McMillan A3 takeoff stock) that shot really well. From what I have seen these are an excellent value.
By chance does anyone know where I can find 10 round tbm mags? I’ve seen 5 round mags around but 10 round mag have been none existent.
Extinct as far as I know.
Grab the 5rnd mags now while you can, too. The 10rnd mags are gone, you’ll have to find someone willing to part with some used ones.
I should grab a few more 5 rounders myself, actually.
Support for this rifle family is limited. It’s really a shame.
@jwood1284 Check your mailbox.
Did there happen to ever be any follow-up re: your initiative here?
I'm pretty eagerly searching for some CDI Bottom Metal for my A3G
Is this something that Sam with Accuracy Obsession could help with?
I don't mean to put words in his mouth, but I think Sam is trying to limit involvement in extremely niche firearms markets these days. Demand for this was pretty low even when FN was making SPR's, but now it has to be almost nonexistent... Unfortunately.
Maybe check PVA, Area 419 and some of those guys. Do you have a 3d model of it?
Give LRI a shout, may be willing to do it.
I don't know how similar these 2 rifles would be, but Chad has previously expressed at least some interest in something similar, so he might be your guy.
www.snipershide.com
Gunsmithing - LRI's new M70 HTR DBM.
This one is for the 3.125" ejection port length. The idea is a hinged floorplate appearing setup that is actually a detachable magazine using the AI 3.715" length magazine. These particular ones were modified so that the action did not have to be molested. 4 digit M70's are getting to be a...
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Stupid question of the day: I might be looking in the wrong place, but what are you guys using for replacement firing pin springs? MGW is selling what looks like *to me* a direct replacement (5.39") Model 70 spring... but if one of you knows the part number or source for a replacement I'd be grateful.
As a heads up for anyone interested, due to a change in my life circumstances I’m selling my SPR A1:
www.snipershide.com Thanks and glad to see these still have an active following here.
Firearms - WTS: FN SPR A1 .308
Selling my FN SPR A1 in .308 with 24” 1:12 twist heavy-profile barrel — this Special Police Rifle (“SPR”) has been well documented and discussed on this site, with lots of good information. Pre-‘64 Model 70 action with controlled-round feed. McMillan stock with pic rail attachment for bipod...
www.snipershide.com Midway has the TBM kit with 5 and 10 round mags right now. I thought they were sold out years ago.
Not cheap, but in cases like mine where the old DBM was starting to fail, it may be worth it.
Not cheap, but in cases like mine where the old DBM was starting to fail, it may be worth it.
I saw they had 5 round mags as well for $50 each.
What was failing?
Wow, that’s the highest I’ve ever seen the kit listed! Glad I stocked up on 10rnd mags when I could, though a few more 5rnd wouldn’t hurt.
Just the spring in the mag...nothing serious. Last round started coming out with the nose up, similar to guys trying to run a 6BR in a mag without a block. CRF regardless...I was jamming the nose into the 12 o'clock on the chamber and the round wouldn't feed.
Thinking it was because I was running a 6.5x47 with a ln OAL of ~2.700, I swapped the mag into my old SPR still running .308 at around ~2.810" (and 1.850 vs. 2.005 case length)...and it happened again on the first mag.
Cleaned the crap out of it, and it did it again.
No issues otherwise...just the last round on the old mag.
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Yeah...we used to say that's higher than giraffe pussy.
